Gareth and Naylor

This matter concerned orders made by Gill J regarding the parenting arrangements for a child, B. The dispute involved the father and mother of B, with the court determining specific orders concerning the child's welfare and the communication and time spent between the child and each parent.

The court was required to determine the particulars of information the mother must provide to the father regarding B's residential address, healthcare providers, swimming classes, and daycare arrangements. Further issues included the father's right to have his contact details recorded with B's service providers, protocols for emergencies or distress during overnight stays with the father, and the specifics of FaceTime communication between B and the mother. The court also had to establish detailed arrangements for the father to spend time with B in Canberra and Perth, including specific dates and times, as well as provisions for future extended periods of time.

Gill J's reasoning focused on establishing clear and practical arrangements to facilitate ongoing parental involvement and communication. The orders reflect a detailed framework for information sharing, emergency procedures, and structured time spent between the child and each parent. The court applied principles of child-focused decision-making by setting out specific times for contact and ensuring the father remained informed about B's daily life and well-being.

The court made detailed orders concerning the mother's obligation to keep the father informed about B's particulars, including residential address, healthcare providers, swimming classes, and daycare. It also mandated the recording of the father's contact details with these services. Specific provisions were made for emergency situations during overnight stays with the father, including return arrangements and associated taxi costs. The orders also stipulated FaceTime communication requirements and set out a comprehensive schedule for the father to spend time with B in Canberra and Perth, with further provisions for extended periods of time upon the father providing notice. Changeover arrangements were also specified for these periods.